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Jelani Remy (born 1998), American football player
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Jelani is a given name. Notable people with the name include: * Jelani Cobb (born 1969), American writer, author and educator * Jelani Gardner (born 1975), American-French basketball player * Jelani Jenkins (born 1992), American football player * Jelani McCoy (born 1977), American basketball player * Jelani Smith (born 1991), Canadian-born Guyanese footballer *Jelani Peters (born 1993), Trinidadian footballer *Jelani Woods Jelani Woods (born October 9, 1998) is an American football tight end for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Oklahoma State before transferring to Virginia for 2021, where he was named fir ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile name, gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jelani Cobb
William Jelani Cobb (born August 21, 1969) ''Contemporary Black Biography''. Gale, 2005, updated January 4, 2007. Via ''Encyclopedia.com''. Retrieved December 19, 2015. is an American writer, author, educator, and dean of the . Before joining as the Ira A. Lipman Professor of Journalism in 2016, Cobb was an associate professor of history and director of the Institute for Afri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jelani Gardner
Jelani Akil Gardner (born December 26, 1975) is an American-French basketball coach and former professional player. He is 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) in height. He played mainly at the shooting guard position, but also at the point guard and small forward positions. He played with the Milton Keynes Lions Basketball Club until he was released in January 2011. College career After playing high school basketball at St. John Bosco High School in Bellflower, California, Gardner played college basketball at the University of California. However, when his parents became disenchanted with their son's lack of playing time, they revealed to the NCAA that Todd Bozeman, Cal's head coach, had paid them about $30,000 over a two-year period so his parents could attend Jelani's games. After the scandal broke, Gardner transferred to Pepperdine. Bozeman was ultimately forced to resign and effectively blackballed from the college ranks until 2005, and Cal was forced to forfeit every game in which Gard ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jelani Jenkins
Jelani M. Jenkins (born March 13, 1992) is a former American football linebacker. He was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He played college football for the University of Florida. High school career Jenkins attended Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Olney, Maryland, where he was a two-sport athlete in football and track. As a junior, he played fullback and linebacker. He rushed for 1129 yards and 42 touchdowns at running back and had 60 tackles, four quarterback sacks, an interception, a forced fumble, and recovered two fumbles at linebacker. As a senior, Jenkins rushed for 22 touchdowns and made 70 tackles. He was the first player in the 71-year history of the District's Pigskin Club to earn both Defensive Player of the Year and Scholar-Athlete of the Year honors. He was recognized as a ''Parade'' magazine high school All-American in 2008, and was chosen to play in the 2009 Under Armour All-America Game. Also a standout in tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jelani McCoy
Jelani Marwan McCoy (born December 6, 1977) is an American former professional basketball player. A 6'10" power forward/center, he played in the NBA from 1998-2007 for the Seattle SuperSonics, Los Angeles Lakers, Toronto Raptors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks, and Denver Nuggets. He attended college at UCLA and high school at St. Augustine High School in San Diego, California. College career In 1998, was UCLA's career leader in blocked shots. McCoy was suspended in late September 1997 for violating "unspecified" team rules but reinstated three months later. Professional career McCoy compiled NBA career averages of 4.7 points and 3.6 rebounds.McCoy, who played with Denver in preseason, signs with team Updated November 29, 2007 He was part of the |
Jelani Smith
Jelani Akil Smith (born January 1, 1991) is former footballer who serves as team manager of Forge FC. Born in Canada, he represented Guyana at international level. Club career Smith began playing football at the youth level with the Ontario U-16 Provincial team, and at the National Training Center. In 2007, he became one of the youngest players to play in the Canadian Soccer League with the Canadian Lions. The following season he was transferred to the Italia Shooters, where he clinched the International Division title. In 2009, he pursued College soccer by enrolling with Florida Gulf Coast Eagles, and during the off season he played in the USL Premier Development League with the Toronto Lynx for two seasons. In 2013, he went abroad to sign with Sturm Graz, where he mostly featured in the Regionalliga Mitte. In 2016, he played in the Niedersachsenliga with SSV Jeddeloh, and returned to Canada to play with Sigma FC in League1 Ontario. International career On May 25, 2010, he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jelani Peters
Jelani Peters (born December 17, 1993) is a Trinidadian professional footballer who plays as a defender for USL Championship side Memphis 901. Playing career Club career Peters played 22 matches with W Connection during the 2016–17 season (18 in league, 4 in Champions League) before being loaned out to American second-tier side Toronto FC II in April 2017, after a preseason trial. He made his league debut with the team on April 7, appearing as a part of the starting XI in a 0–0 draw with the Rochester Rhinos. After another appearance against Ottawa Fury, Toronto FC II signed Peters to a permanent contract on May 19. Later that day, he played against Tampa Bay Rowdies, again in head coach Jason Bent's starting XI. In April 2021, Peters signed with Pittsburgh Riverhounds after a successful trial. On 20 January 2023, Peter moved to USL Championship side Memphis 901. International career Peters was called up to the Trinidad and Tobago national team in November 2016, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
